The Hague Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best The Hague tours, the Binnenhof seat of Dutch government, Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring” at the Mauritshuis, the seaside resort of Scheveningen, the Peace Palace, and easy day trips to Vermeer’s Delft. Compare top-rated activities and plan your perfect The Hague itinerary.
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Explore The Hague by interest
Whatever brings you to The Hague — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Old Town & Binnenhof
The seat of Dutch government.
ExploreMauritshuis & Vermeer
The “Girl with a Pearl Earring”.
ExploreDelft
Vermeer and blue pottery.
ExploreScheveningen
The North Sea beach resort.
ExplorePeace Palace
The seat of international law.
ExploreFood tours
Dutch treats and cuisine.
ExploreMadurodam
A miniature Netherlands.
ExploreDay trips
Delft, Rotterdam and tulips.
ExploreTop attractions in The Hague
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Binnenhof
The seat of government.
Mauritshuis
Vermeer’s pearl-earring girl.
Delft
Vermeer and blue pottery.
Scheveningen
The North Sea beach.
Peace Palace
The seat of international law.
Ridderzaal
The Hall of Knights.
Madurodam
A miniature Netherlands.
Lange Voorhout
An elegant tree-lined avenue.
The Hague in 1 day
- 1Binnenhof & Hofvijver
- 2Mauritshuis & Vermeer
- 3Lange Voorhout
- 4Scheveningen beach
The Hague in 2 days
- 1Day 1: Binnenhof & Mauritshuis
- 2Day 2: Delft
- 3Vermeer & pottery
- 4Scheveningen evenings
The Hague in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Binnenhof & Mauritshuis
- 2Day 2: Delft
- 3Day 3: Rotterdam or Kinderdijk
- 4Holland & beyond
The Hague with kids
- 1Madurodam mini-Holland
- 2Scheveningen beach & pier
- 3Hofvijver & ducks
- 4Stroopwafels & treats
15 min awayDelft
Vermeer and blue pottery.
25 min awayRotterdam
Bold modern architecture.
1 hr awayKinderdijk
The iconic windmills.
40 min awayKeukenhof
The spring tulip gardens.
50 min awayAmsterdam
The famous Dutch capital.
15 min awayScheveningen
The North Sea beach resort.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every The Hague visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
Late spring and summer (May–September) bring the mildest, brightest days, lively seaside life at Scheveningen and the best weather for sightseeing — the prime time to visit.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Fresh, brightening days ideal for the city and museums, with the tulips of nearby Keukenhof in bloom.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Mild and lively, perfect for Scheveningen beach, terraces, festivals and day trips, with long days.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Crisp days with fewer crowds — a good time for the Mauritshuis, museums and Delft.
Winter (Nov–Feb)
Cold and grey but cosy, with world-class museums, the Binnenhof and festive lights.
Pack for rain
The Hague’s coastal weather is changeable, so bring a waterproof and layers whatever the season.
One day
Enough for the Binnenhof, Mauritshuis and Scheveningen.
Two days
Add Vermeer’s Delft.
Three days
The sweet spot: the city, Delft, and Rotterdam or Kinderdijk.
Four to five days
Add Keukenhof, Amsterdam and more of the Randstad.
A week or more
Use The Hague as a base to explore Holland.
Travelling with kids
Mix Madurodam, the beach and Delft at a gentle pace.
On foot
The Hague’s centre — the Binnenhof, Mauritshuis and squares — is compact and best explored on foot.
Trams
An excellent tram network covers the city and reaches Scheveningen beach and Delft cheaply.
By bike
Flat and bike-friendly, The Hague has good cycle paths and rental bikes, including to the coast.
Trains
Fast trains link The Hague to Delft (10 min), Rotterdam (25 min) and Amsterdam (50 min).
Day-trip transport
Tours bundle transport for Kinderdijk and the tulips; trams and trains reach Delft and Rotterdam.
From the airport
Schiphol Airport is about 30 minutes from The Hague by direct train; Rotterdam The Hague Airport is also close.
Book the Mauritshuis ahead
The Mauritshuis and popular day trips can sell out — book timed tickets and tours ahead, especially in summer.
Currency & tipping
The Netherlands uses the euro; tipping is modest — rounding up or about 5–10% for good service is enough.
See the Vermeer
Don’t miss Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring” at the Mauritshuis, the jewel of the collection.
Hit the beach
Take a tram to Scheveningen for the sandy beach, the pier and a seaside meal, just 15 minutes away.
Combine with Delft
Pair The Hague with a short trip to Delft — just 10–15 minutes by tram or train — for Vermeer and pottery.
Use the trams
The Hague’s trams are the easiest way around and reach the coast and Delft cheaply.
Mauritshuis tickets
Timed Mauritshuis tickets and tours sell out — book ahead.
Delft tours
Delft and Royal Delft tours fill up — reserve early.
Walking & food tours
Small-group city and food tours have limited places — book ahead.
Kinderdijk & tulip trips
Windmill and Keukenhof day trips are busy in season — pre-book.
Madurodam
Pre-book Madurodam tickets in summer and holidays.
Summer & tulip season
Summer and spring tulip season are busy — plan ahead.
Walking tours
Around €15–40 for a guided old-town or Binnenhof tour.
Mauritshuis tours
About €25–55 for a Mauritshuis guided tour with entry.
Delft tours
Roughly €45–80 for a Delft day trip.
Food tours
Around €50–85 for a The Hague food tour.
Kinderdijk & tulips
About €60–90 for a Kinderdijk or Keukenhof day trip.
How to save
Walk the compact centre, enjoy the free Binnenhof exterior and Scheveningen beach, and take cheap trams to Delft.
The Hague through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- The city, museums and the tulips nearby.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Keukenhof tulips bloom Mar–May.
- Best for
- Scheveningen beach, terraces and day trips.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Peak season; book ahead.
- Best for
- The Mauritshuis, museums and Delft.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Quieter and crisp; a good time to visit.
- Best for
- World-class museums and the Binnenhof.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Cold and grey; pack warm.